Best States To Live In 2025 For Low Taxes And Low Income. Here's the ranking of the best states for retirees based on our study and data analysis: Some states have struck a balance between low taxes, affordability, and quality of life.

Using data such as the cost of housing and the average age of the population (with an aim toward a higher proportion of seniors), here are time’s picks for the best and. When it comes to affordability, however, the cheapest states to retire were more obvious, with the deep south and midwest boasting the lowest cost.